Nason Ridge

Getting there

In summer, drive US-2 to Coles Corner, 20 miles east of Stevens Pass and 15 miles west of Leavenworth. Turn north onto SR-207, drive 3.6 miles, and turn left onto Cedar Brae Road. Drive 0.3 mile, bear left at the Lake Wenatchee State Park entrance and continue 0.3 mile. Turn left onto Kahler Drive and drive 0.3 mile to the trailhead (2,000 ft).

In winter, drive to the Kahler Glen Golf & Ski Resort or Nason Ridge Sno-Park. A Sno-Park Pass is required.

On the Trail

Hike the Nason Ridge Trail (No. 1583) as far as desired and return. The junction with the Round Mountain Trail is 6.5 miles from the trailhead. Enjoy walking through pine forest and views of Lake Wenatchee and surrounding mountain. Be sure to look for "Big Red," one of the largest Ponderosa pines in the area.

Snowshoe Route

This route is adjacent to groomed cross-country ski trails, but the Nason Ridge Trail is ungroomed.  Follow the trail uphill through stands of Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir, opening up to views of Lake Wenatchee and Dirtyface Mountain.  At 3,200 ft reach the end of the ungroomed trail and intersect the groomed trails.  Look for "Big Red" one of the largest Ponderosa Pines in the area, watching over the lake.

• Suitable Activities: Cross-country Skiing, Day Hiking, Snowshoeing
• Snowshoeing Category: Intermediate
• Seasons: Year-round
• Weather: View weather forecast
• View avalanche forecast.

• Difficulty: N2 Nordic Advanced Basic Ski, Strenuous
• Length: 14.0 mi
• Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft
• High Point: 3,500 ft

• Land Manager: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forests
  Wenatchee River Ranger District (OWNF)
• Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 12
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12